African-American Genealogy Articles
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The Missouri State Archives is placing more than 270 slave freedom suits online
2/1/2003
Expert tips for finding African-Americans who were free before the Civil War.
9/28/2009
Follow your kin to the far reaches of England’s empire with our pointers for researching British roots in South Africa.
12/22/2010
Baltimore's Inner Harbor becomes home to a major African-American history center, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum.
4/1/2005
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center examines the history of slavery and celebrates trailblazers in the fight for freedom.
8/1/2004
A researcher shines light on African-American coal miners' invisible lives.
2/1/2006
The top digital destinations for discovering your black roots.
11/1/2010
The black press created a repository of experiences, hopes and dreams for your African-American ancestors. Discover 11 ways these publications can give you the scoop on your family.
2/22/2011
Start researching your diverse heritage on these sites.
9/28/2009
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